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What To Look For In A Walking Cane
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 As
an extension of your hand and a “third foot”, your cane
should offer stability and balance in your every step. In order
to know what to look for in a walking cane, you should first talk
to your health care professional. A physical therapist can help
you decide what height and material is best for you. But in general,
the following tips can help you with what to look for in a walking
cane.
· For a support cane, you should be able to grasp the handle,
while standing upright, with your elbow naturally and slightly bent.
This is the best height to aid your mobility.
· Comfort is also essential because you will use the cane
more if you like it. Your cane helps you to be independent, so find
the right fit that helps your pain and feels right for your hand
grip.
· Depending on what your specific needs are, the handle
of your cane is a characteristic which you can choose. Whether a
typical J handle (or tourist) or the elegant derby, or even the
anatomically correct handle, you need to have one that is easiest
for you to grasp.
· Sword canes and items labeled “walking sticks”
are not the best choice for someone who needs a real walking aid.
The first is more for fashion and is too lightweight to support
your in everyday tasks, while walking sticks are for more active
purposes such as hiking.
· The material you choose should also be based upon your
condition. Many medical facilities will have you use canes made
of aluminum and other lightweight medals. A lot depends on your
weight and your needs.
· A knob handle or an animal head shape will not give you
the best mobility support or comfort if you will be leaning your
weight on the cane with every step.
· Make sure the cane is attractive to your tastes, though!
There is such a variety of every cane type, that you will be sure
to find something that suits your fancy. Something so useful that
will be by your side constantly should look the way you want it
to!
Related Topics:
How To Shorten
A Walking Cane
If you buy a cane that is too tall for you it can easily be shortened,
keeping in mind that canes cannot be lengthened to be sure to measure
and cut carefully.
Walking
Cane Weight Restrictions
You will be leaning on your cane with nearly your full weight, so
finding the right cane to support your weight is imperative.
Walking
With A Cane
Knowing how to properly use a walking cane will better aid in these
functions.
How To Clean
Your Walking Cane
Walking canes are sometimes a necessity to getting around.
Walking
Cane Sizing
For proper walking cane sizing, always have two people present.
When you need the cane for a mobility aid, it is best to see a health
care professional for your walking cane sizing.
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